Prudence
means implementing and applying good, logical, and just judgment to situations
in order to help avoid error and problems. It is associated with wisdom, insight
and knowledge. It is not being a “prude” that often used as an insult for those
who wish to avoid sexuality or reservations about drinking alcoholic beverages.
The prudent
person, like Jesus, uses their wisdom and knowledge to make good judgments
about situations—even those that may have evil connotations. Jesus confronted
evil. In Mark 5:8-9… For He had been
saying to him, "Come out of the man, you unclean spirit!" And He was asking him, "What is your
name?" And he said to Him, "My name is Legion; for we are many."
Jesus cast those demons into a nearby herd of swine. Another time He confronted
Peter as recorded in Matthew 16:23 … But He turned and said to Peter, "Get behind
Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me; for you are not setting your mind
on God's interests, but man's."
Training Tip – Talk to your family about recognizing good and
evil. It is important that your children know how to tell the difference
between good and evil—and to make good decisions involving situations. Set up
some role playing situations appropriate to their ages and help them see how
making good decisions are important. Choose wisely. That is what the prudent
person does.
Lord god, help my children and grandchildren to make
good decisions, day by day, moment by moment.
All
scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise
noted.
© 2013 by Mickey
M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
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